Nondisp fx of lesser trochanter of left femur, init

This code signifies a break in the lesser trochanter, a small bony prominence on the upper part of the left thigh bone, that has not shifted from its normal anatomical position. The skin over the fracture site remains intact, indicating a closed injury.

This code is appropriate for the initial treatment of a newly diagnosed, non-displaced fracture of the lesser trochanter of the left femur. This often occurs in elderly patients due to falls or in younger, athletic individuals due to avulsion injuries.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "left femur" for accurate code assignment.
• Verify that this is the patient's first encounter for this specific fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is closed; open fractures require different coding.